Best paddling near Yarnell

12 paddle runs · 12 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best paddling near Yarnell, Arizona — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 12 of 12 paddle runs · best 15 shown on the map
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Burro Creek
#1 Burro Creek Poor
41.6 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (300)
. Burro Creek is a popular whitewater river run located in the state of Arizona. The ideal streamflow range for this river run is between 200-500 cfs. The river is rated as a…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Agua Fria River
#2 Agua Fria River Poor
42.4 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (100)
The Agua Fria River in Arizona is a popular destination for whitewater river rafting enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for the river is between 500 and 800 cubic feet per…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Ash Creek
#3 Ash Creek Poor
43.5 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (100)
Ash Creek is a popular river run in the state of Arizona, known for its challenging rapids and scenic views. The ideal streamflow range for Ash Creek is between 100-300 cubic feet…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Bill Williams River
#4 Bill Williams River Poor
44.1 mi away
· 34 cfs · below min (200)
The Bill Williams River is located in the state of Arizona and is popular for its whitewater river runs. The ideal streamflow range for the Bill Williams River is between 1,000 to…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Little Ash Creek
#5 Little Ash Creek Poor
44.9 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (100)
The Little Ash Creek in Arizona is a whitewater river run that is ideal for intermediate and advanced kayakers and rafters. The river is rated as Class IV and requires significant…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Lousy Canyon
#6 Lousy Canyon Poor
45.2 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (100)
The Lousy Canyon segment of the Whitewater River in Arizona is a popular destination for experienced whitewater enthusiasts. With a class rating of IV-V, this stretch of river…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Lousy Canyon Tributary
#7 Lousy Canyon Tributary Poor
45.2 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (100)
The Lousy Canyon Tributary of the Whitewater River in Arizona is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters seeking Class IV-V rapids. The ideal streamflow range for this…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Tank Creek
#8 Tank Creek Poor
45.5 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (100)
Tank Creek is a popular whitewater river run located in Arizona. The ideal streamflow range for this river run is between 200 and 600 cfs. It has been rated as a Class III+ river…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Sycamore Creek
#9 Sycamore Creek Poor
47.1 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (100)
Sycamore Creek is a popular whitewater river run located in the state of Arizona. The ideal streamflow range for the creek is between 200-500 cubic feet per second (cfs), and it…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Bishop Creek
#10 Bishop Creek Poor
47.4 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (100)
Bishop Creek, located in eastern Arizona, is a popular whitewater river run with a class III to IV rating. The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 200-300 cfs. The…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Indian Creek
#11 Indian Creek Poor
48.4 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (100)
The Indian Creek section of the Whitewater River in Arizona is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters seeking challenging rapids and stunning scenery. The ideal streamflow…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Silver Creek
#12 Silver Creek Poor
48.5 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (100)
Silver Creek is a popular whitewater river run located in the state of Arizona that offers an exhilarating experience to kayakers and rafters alike. The ideal streamflow range for…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated

Paddling near Yarnell

The Yarnell area has 12 paddle runs on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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